Morocco earthquake (September 9, 2023)

At the request of Minister Catherine Colonna, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is activating the local authorities’ external action fund to support the solidarity actions that will be deployed in agreement with the Moroccan authorities for the benefit of the people affected by the earthquake.

Several local authorities have already approached the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs with a total of nearly €2 million in aid.

Furthermore, many French companies have told the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of their intention to contribute financially or in kind to the support France will provide to the earthquake victims, in agreement with the Moroccan authorities.